Communications Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to support the development of cutting-edge communication systems. In this role, you will collaborate with experts to design and deliver innovative solutions, ensuring high-quality documentation and adherence to processes. With a focus on problem-solving and adaptability, you will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to validation and testing activities. This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package and the chance to work on impactful projects within a collaborative team. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing programs

Skill development courses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in communication systems engineering.
• Experience with military communication systems and RF technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering design delivery and collaborate with SMEs.
• Generate specifications and ensure adherence to processes.

Skills

Solution creation and problem-solving

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Self-management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Telecommunications or Electronic Engineering

HNC/HND in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Support the engineering of communication systems and/or associated supporting sub-systems to achieve overall mission system intent. This will be achieved under the direction of Communication Engineering Leads and guidance of the Engineering Programme Manager.

1. Support engineering and system design delivery, collaborating with other SMEs. Contribute to technical interactions with the end customer.
2. Generate detailed specifications, high-quality design documentation, and other technical deliverables. Work closely with peers to facilitate engineering changes to systems, ensuring adherence to processes.
3. Participate in requirements management, justification, and decomposition, including the decomposition of interfaces and studies between systems, sub-systems, and functions.
4. Support development, building, testing, and trialing of solutions, and participate in Validation, Verification, Test, and Acceptance activities.
5. Assist Operational Engineering teams with in-service systems, troubleshoot technical faults, and manage problems.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND or equivalent in Telecommunications or Electronic Engineering.
• A lower-level qualification may be acceptable with significant relevant experience in similar work.

Essential Skills

• Solution creation and problem-solving aligned with customer requirements.
• Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Self-management and workload management to ensure on-time delivery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of voice and data communication technologies and protocols such as SIP/RTP, ED-137, serial, IP, TDM.
• Experience with military communication systems.
• RF transmission and reception systems knowledge.
• Understanding of UK MoD security practices (JSP 604).
• Software and hardware integration experience.
• Lifecycle engineering experience, including System of Systems.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years (10 preferred) relevant experience. Experience or transferable knowledge from systems such as:

• Voice and data traffic handling.
• Network switching systems.
• VCCS (Voice Communications Control System).
• ICCS (Integrated Communications Control System).
• System development and engineering change application.
• Baseband technologies awareness.

Pre-application Requirements

• Willingness to work at our client’s site in Bristol or Harrogate, hybrid (75% site attendance).
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain SC clearance, with the ability to gain DV clearance.
• UK nationality required due to security restrictions.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to other sites.

Benefits for Permanent Hires

• Competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, wellbeing programs, and more.
• ExpleoAcademy for skill development through accredited training courses.

Additional Opportunities

• Work in modern offices or client sites across various sectors with blue-chip clients.
• Collaborative environment, supporting teamwork through challenges and successes.
• Opportunities to expand skills and participate in inspiring projects.
• Work as part of a unified team, fostering innovation and challenging the status quo.